SARS Refund Scams: How to Spot Fake Refund, Debt and Summons Messages
A SARS refund scam starts with good news: a message claiming that SARS owes you a refund. That can be tempting. A notice saying…
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Dark Web Data Scams: How to Protect Yourself
A scammer calls claiming to be a police officer. They know your full name, where you live, and perhaps even the name of your…
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“Keep It a Secret”: Scams Targeting Older South Africans and How to Stop Them
Scammers target older South Africans who are alone and ask them to keep it a secret. Real stories, the scripts they use, and a checklist to stay safe.
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Scam and fraud terms and definitions
Scam and fraud terms: a comprehensive reference glossary Scam and fraud terms and definitions This glossary groups alternative names under the same or closely…
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How to Check if a Business Is Legit in South Africa: Free Tools and Questions to Ask
Most scams don’t need a fake company. They borrow a real one. A genuine registration number, copied from CIPC, makes a fly-by-night seller look…
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“Hi Mum, this is my new number”: the WhatsApp scams built on trust
A WhatsApp scam can start with one six-digit code or a “Hi Mum, new number” message. How both work, what is coming in 2027, and the simple habits that protect your family.
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Recovery Scams: Spot Fake Refund Promises
You lost money. Now someone claims they can get it back, for another fee. Learn how recovery scams use details of your original loss to gain trust, impersonate lawyers and officials, and demand further payments. Discover what to verify and how to pursue legitimate help.
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Deepfake Scams in South Africa: Don’t Trust the Face, Check the Business
The video looks real. A famous South African, sitting in a familiar studio, says he made R80,000 a month with a new trading app,…
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Fake Online Reviews: Who Writes Them and How to Spot Them Before Black Friday
Before Black Friday, most of us do the same thing: we scroll down to the stars. Hundreds of five-star reviews feel like proof that…
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How to Report a Scam in South Africa: Who to Contact and What Works
Most guides on how to report a scam in South Africa, or where to report fraud, give you a list of phone numbers. This…
